Plongée à Nosy Be — Madagascar
Nosy Be sits off Madagascar's northwest coast with healthy reefs influenced by both Indian Ocean and Mozambique Channel currents. Whale sharks visit from September to December, and the surrounding islands (Nosy Sakatia, Nosy Tanikely) offer diverse reef topography. Madagascar's endemic biodiversity extends underwater — unique species abound.
- Score
- 65.9
- Visibilité
- 9–30m
- Température
- 24–28°C
- Meilleurs mois
- April, May, September
Nosy Be sits off Madagascar's northwest coast with healthy reefs influenced by both Indian Ocean and Mozambique Channel currents. Whale sharks visit from September to December, and the surrounding islands (Nosy Sakatia, Nosy Tanikely) offer diverse reef topography. Madagascar's endemic biodiversity extends underwater — unique species abound.
Madagascar's Dive Island Paradise
Score Breakdown
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Marine Life
75.0Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.
Dive Types
Traveling with Non-Divers?
Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.
Activities for Non-Divers
Nearby Cultural Sites
- Ambatoloaka village
- Lemuria Land
- Lokobe Nature Reserve
Non-Diver Score
Good topside options for non-diving companions.
Safety & Emergency
Small hospital on Nosy Be; no chamber — evacuation to Reunion or SA; very limited emergency infrastructure
Top Operators
Sakalav Diving
PADI
Forever Dive
PADI